7,635
Preschools
6,009
Elementary Schools
3,854
Middle Schools
2,406
High Schools
2,892
Public District Schools
9,824
Private Schools
12,911
Total Schools
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Academic Summary
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Largest School Districts in Pennsylvania
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The School District of Philadelphia
118,335 students | PHILADELPHIA, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 220 schools -
Commonwealth Connections Academy Cs
20,355 students | HARRISBURG, PA
Grades K-12 | 1 school -
Pittsburgh Public Schools
20,034 students | PITTSBURGH, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 58 schools -
Central Bucks School District
17,540 students | DOYLESTOWN, PA
Grades K-12 | 23 schools -
Reading School District
17,363 students | READING, PA
Grades PK, K-12 | 20 schools
Reviews From Schools in Pennsylvania
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Parent / Guardian
October 03, 2025
Save your child's heart, soul and mind and do not go here. Stay far away
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Susquehanna Waldorf School
Current student
October 02, 2025
LMH is a very nice school with small class sizes and a large variety of classes. You have the option to take many different courses. The teachers are very supportive of the students and their goals.... More
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Lancaster Mennonite School
Current student
October 02, 2025
As a student in the high school, I personally would recommend this school. Ive met the assistant principal and the principal more than a few times, and they are so kind to students. So far this year... More
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Wallenpaupack Area High School